Question 1

What products are safe during pregnancy in Canada?

Accepted Answer

MamaKind rates supplements, skincare, food, and gear for safety during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and trying to conceive. We use Health Canada, SOGC, LactMed, and MotherToBaby guidelines. Each product gets a 1–10 safety rating with stage-specific guidance. Browse our curated product list.

Question 2

Is retinol safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Retinoids (retinol, tretinoin, adapalene) are generally not recommended during pregnancy due to vitamin A concerns. Use fragrance-free, gentle skincare without actives like retinol or high-dose salicylic acid. MamaKind rates pregnancy-safe skincare products for Canadian women.

Question 3

Where can I find pregnancy-safe product ratings in Canada?

Accepted Answer

MamaKind provides evidence-based safety ratings for supplements, cosmetics, food, and gear — tailored for Canadian women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, or breastfeeding.

CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Safety rating & summary